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EasyPost Integration with Australian Post (AP)

How to to link your AP account to EasyPost.

Sayed Ahmed avatar
Written by Sayed Ahmed
Updated over 10 months ago

Managing mail-in shipping doesn't have to be complicated. By integrating your Australia Post (AP) account with EasyPost, you gain access to tools that make your shipping process more efficient and flexible. Follow this step-by-step guide to get started.

Step-by-Step Guide: Connecting Australia Post to EasyPost for Seamless Shipping

Pre-Setup Checklist

  1. Australian Post Account Type: Ensure your account set as Pay on Delivery Return or Bill on Delivery Return account, not the standard account. Contact your AP account representative to confirm this.

  2. EasyPost Account: Sign up for EasyPost account here if you don't have already one.

  3. API Key: Register for a Shipping & Tracking API key with Australia Post.

    Register for a Shipping & Tracking API key with Australia Post. It may take up to 24 hours to receive the necessary credentials, which include:

    • Production Key

    • API URL

    • Username (Key)

    • Password (Secret)

    • Email

    • Account Numbers

Note

The items in bold above are the ones you need to connect AP to your EasyPost account.

An EasyPost account settings page displays the API Keys section. It includes options to add an additional API key, with navigation options on the left side. There is also informational text about the importance of keeping API keys secure.

Step 1: Add your Australian Post (AP) to EasyPost

  1. Generate an API Key:
    After creating your EasyPost account, generate a production API key. If you cannot locate this option, contact EasyPost Support for assistance.

  2. Add Australia Post as a Carrier:

    • Go to your EasyPost account settings and select Add Carrier.

      Screenshot of the Easypost Account Settings page showing the Carriers tab. A highlighted Add Carrier button is on the right. The FedEx Advantage Program promotion with a Join Today button is displayed.

    • Search for "Australia Post" and select it.

      Screenshot of a dialog box titled Add Carrier Account with a search bar containing the text Aust. Below, a result displays the Australia Post logo and name. A message offers contact support for more carrier options. Buttons for confirmation and cancelation are present.

  3. Enter API Credentials:

    • Use the API details provided by Australia Post (Username, Password, Account Numbers, etc.) to complete the setup.

    • You may add a custom reference or description for easier documentation.

      Screenshot of a form titled Add Your Australia Post Account with sections for EasyPost Details, Production Credentials, and Test Credentials. Includes fields for account numbers, API keys, secret keys, and options to Print as you go.

Step 2: Configure Payment and Wallet

  1. Add two payment methods in your EasyPost billing settings.

    • Bank Transfer: Processing time is 3–4 days.

    • Credit Card: Instant but includes a 3.75% processing fee.

  2. Add funds to your EasyPost Wallet to enable pay-as-you-go services. Ensure your Wallet is adequately funded to avoid service interruptions.

    A screenshot of the account settings page displays wallet settings and payment methods. The wallet settings section includes details about auto-refill options. The payment methods section lists two American Express cards, each with associated processing fees. The amount field for adding funds is partially blurred.

Step 3: Finalize Integration

  1. Copy your API Key from EasyPost and paste it into the Reusely Add-ons page under the API Key field.

  2. Click the Connect button to complete the integration.

  3. Ensure the "AustralianPost-ParcelPostReturn" service is visible, set it as your preferred service, and click Save.

    Screenshot of Easypost settings UI. It displays shipping provider options with Australia Post logo, including Australia Post - EparcelPostReturns highlighted on the left and another option on the right. A Save button is at the bottom right.

You're All Set

With your Australia Post account successfully integrated with EasyPost, your business is ready to manage mail-in shipping efficiently. Should you encounter any issues, EasyPost Support is available to assist you.

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